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Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)

くろあわびたけ (Kuro-awabitake)

Also known as: Kuro-awabitake, King oyster mushroom, Pleurotus eryngii var. tuoliensis, 黒鮑茸

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At a glance

CategoryFood
Japanese labeling nameくろあわびたけ
Common Japanese notationsくろあわびたけ, 黒鮑茸
OriginPleurotus eryngii variant with distinctive abalone-like texture; modern Japanese cultivation
Typical functionsPremium cooking specialty mushroom, Texture similar to abalone — kaiseki and gourmet applications
Regulatory status in JapanStandard agricultural product labeling. Not a designated allergen.

Kuro-awabitake (くろあわびたけ / 黒鮑茸) is a king oyster mushroom variant with distinctive abalone-like texture, used as premium kaiseki specialty mushroom.

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Ingredient profile

Pleurotus eryngii variant, abalone-like texture.

OEM applications

Premium kaiseki cooking.

Stir-fry and grilling.

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Regulatory classification in Japan

Standard food labeling. Not a designated allergen.

Regulatory classification in other markets

EUNiche specialty positioning.
USANiche specialty positioning.
ChinaNiche specialty positioning.
KoreaNiche specialty positioning.

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Quick answers

What is Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)?
Kuro-awabitake (くろあわびたけ / 黒鮑茸) is a king oyster mushroom variant with distinctive abalone-like texture, used as premium kaiseki specialty mushroom.
What is the regulatory status of Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom) in Japan?
Standard agricultural product labeling. Not a designated allergen.
What products typically use Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)?
Fresh kuro-awabitake retail
Where does Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom) come from?
Pleurotus eryngii variant with distinctive abalone-like texture; modern Japanese cultivation
What is the INCI / JSCI labeling name for Kuro-awabitake (King Oyster Mushroom)?
JSCI: くろあわびたけ

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References

  1. 文部科学省 (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology) Standard Tables of Food Composition — くろあわびたけ

Last updated: 2026-04-28. Ingredient entries are reviewed at least annually against current regulatory listings.

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